Thai Chicken Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
52%
Thai Chicken Salad
20 min.
6
691kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey with our Thai Chicken Salad! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this salad combines the richness of roasted chicken with the crunch of fresh vegetables and the satisfying texture of chow mein noodles.

Imagine the harmony of creamy peanut butter and zesty rice vinegar coming together in a luscious dressing that coats every bite. The addition of garlic and ginger adds a fragrant kick, while the sprinkle of dry-roasted peanuts provides a satisfying crunch that elevates the entire dish. With a health score of 52, this salad is a guilt-free indulgence that is both dairy-free and packed with protein, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a nutritious meal.

Ready in just 20 minutes, this Thai Chicken Salad is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. Serve it as a main course or as a side dish, and watch as it quickly becomes a favorite at your table. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a delicious outcome. Dive into this refreshing salad and experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand right in your own home!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • ounces chow mein noodles 
  • 0.3 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • 0.5 cup roasted peanuts 
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • tablespoon ginger grated
  • 0.5 cup spring onion thinly sliced
  • Dash ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • cups lettuce shredded
  • 0.3 cup soy sauce reduced-sodium
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh italian chopped
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • pound roasted chicken 
  • tablespoons sesame oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients with wire whisk until smooth.
  2. Remove chicken from bones; cut into bite-size pieces (about 3 cups).
  3. In large bowl, toss lettuce, chicken, parsley and onions.
  4. Place lettuce mixture on center of large serving plate. Arrange noodles around edge of plate.
  5. Sprinkle peanuts over lettuce mixture.
  6. Drizzle sauce over salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories691kcal
Protein39.85%
Fat41.77%
Carbs18.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.5
Glycemic Load
0.79
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
30.291304422461%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
10.84mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.78mg
Quercetin
1.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:691.01kcal
34.55%
Fat:31.84g
48.98%
Saturated Fat:6.8g
42.49%
Carbohydrates:31.52g
10.51%
Net Carbohydrates:27.33g
9.94%
Sugar:6.78g
7.53%
Cholesterol:170.1mg
56.7%
Sodium:838.98mg
36.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:68.35g
136.71%
Vitamin B3:21.43mg
107.14%
Vitamin K:111.51µg
106.2%
Selenium:57.46µg
82.08%
Phosphorus:553.78mg
55.38%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.28%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.3%
Zinc:4.22mg
28.12%
Iron:4.94mg
27.43%
Vitamin B5:2.6mg
26.02%
Magnesium:102.16mg
25.54%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.38%
Potassium:842.8mg
24.08%
Folate:67.64µg
16.91%
Vitamin A:845.21IU
16.9%
Fiber:4.19g
16.76%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.21%
Copper:0.29mg
14.64%
Vitamin C:9.79mg
11.86%
Vitamin B12:0.66µg
10.96%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.44%
Calcium:74.13mg
7.41%